coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Liberty Gold \ 1893
The 1893 $5 Liberty Gold coin, also known as the Liberty Head or Liberty Gold Eagle, features a design by engraver James B. Longacre. It is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing approximately 8.36 grams and measuring 21.6 mm in diameter. The obverse showcases a profile of Lady Liberty wearing a coronet inscribed with the word "LIBERTY," while the reverse depicts a heraldic eagle with a shield, surrounded by 13 stars representing the original colonies. The 1893 issue is notable for its lower mintage, making it a sought-after collectible among numismatists.
